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Dr. Ravi Alagappan, MD

San Ramon, CA

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alagappan, Diagnostic Radiologist in San Ramon, CA?

    Dr. Ravi Alagappan, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in San Ramon, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Alagappan completed his residency at Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology; Alameda Co Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Alagappan is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alagappan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alagappan’s office at (925) 327-0015.

    Where did Dr. Alagappan go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology; Alameda Co Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    Is Dr. Alagappan board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ravi Alagappan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Alagappan speak?

    Dr. Alagappan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Hindi

    What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Alagappan typically treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Alagappan diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Alagappan. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Alagappan typically perform?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Alagappan performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Alagappan. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
    • Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Ultrasound
    • FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
    • Image-Guided Biopsy
    • Fine Needle Aspiration
    • First Lesion Biopsy
    • Needle Biopsy with Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
    • 10006: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; each additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Ultrasound for Residual Urine
    • Post-void residual urine measurement
    • Bladder capacity ultrasound
    • Non-imaging bladder scan

    CPT Codes:

    • 51798: Measurement of post-voiding residual urine and/or bladder capacity by ultrasound, non-imaging

    Does Dr. Alagappan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alagappan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 327-0015 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alagappan accept in San Ramon, CA?

    Dr. Alagappan in San Ramon, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Community Health Network of Washington

    • Contra Costa

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Samaritan Health Services

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Alagappan's office located?

    Dr. Ravi Alagappan's Primary Practice

    2242 Camino Ramon Ste 100

    San Ramon, CA 94583

    (925) 327-0015

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    Dr. Ravi Alagappan's Practice 2

    365 Lennon Ln Ste 290

    Walnut Creek, CA 94598

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    Dr. Ravi Alagappan's Practice 3

    16130 Juan Hernandez Dr

    Morgan Hill, CA 95037

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    What is Dr. Alagappan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Alagappan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063467355.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alagappan?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alagappan

    What is Dr. Ravi Alagappan's specialty?

    Dr. Alagappan is a Diagnostic Radiologist near San Ramon, CA.

    What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?

    A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.

    Is this Dr. Ravi Alagappan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alagappan is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Sutter Delta Medical Center, Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca, Washington Hospital Healthcare System which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Diagnostic Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Diagnostic Radiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Ravi Alagappan accepting new patients in San Ramon, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ravi Alagappan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ravi Alagappan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alagappan's office at (925) 327-0015 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ravi Alagappan?

    Please contact Dr. Alagappan's office at (925) 327-0015 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ravi Alagappan have?

    Dr. Ravi Alagappan is certified by the American Board of Radiology.

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